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07-15-2008, 11:39 AM
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Where do I start?
I used Zaino on my black Vette with great results but with a family now I don't have time for all of the steps.
I just got a black 06 325i. I don't know what the dealer did as far as buffing/waxing but it looked awesome when I bought it but after only a couple washes the paint is looking pretty bad. Lots of swirl marks and small scratches are showing up.
I am looking for something easy since I don't have much time anymore and I may try Turtle Wax ICE. It seemed to get good reviews here.
Will a few coats of ICE polish touch up those swirl marks or do I need to start over with washing it with dawn, claybar, polish, etc.?
Thanks
I just got a black 06 325i. I don't know what the dealer did as far as buffing/waxing but it looked awesome when I bought it but after only a couple washes the paint is looking pretty bad. Lots of swirl marks and small scratches are showing up.
I am looking for something easy since I don't have much time anymore and I may try Turtle Wax ICE. It seemed to get good reviews here.
Will a few coats of ICE polish touch up those swirl marks or do I need to start over with washing it with dawn, claybar, polish, etc.?
Thanks
07-15-2008, 12:20 PM
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St. Jude Donor '08-'09-'10
If you are looking for a good OTC wax, then I would go with Meguire's NXT!! I have had bad experiences with TW ICE.... but other's love it. I would go with anything Mothers or Meguire's... 
07-15-2008, 12:28 PM
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07-15-2008, 12:36 PM
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I used Zaino on my black Vette with great results but with a family now I don't have time for all of the steps.
I just got a black 06 325i. I don't know what the dealer did as far as buffing/waxing but it looked awesome when I bought it but after only a couple washes the paint is looking pretty bad. Lots of swirl marks and small scratches are showing up.
I am looking for something easy since I don't have much time anymore and I may try Turtle Wax ICE. It seemed to get good reviews here.
Will a few coats of ICE polish touch up those swirl marks or do I need to start over with washing it with dawn, claybar, polish, etc.?
Thanks
I just got a black 06 325i. I don't know what the dealer did as far as buffing/waxing but it looked awesome when I bought it but after only a couple washes the paint is looking pretty bad. Lots of swirl marks and small scratches are showing up.
I am looking for something easy since I don't have much time anymore and I may try Turtle Wax ICE. It seemed to get good reviews here.
Will a few coats of ICE polish touch up those swirl marks or do I need to start over with washing it with dawn, claybar, polish, etc.?
Thanks
The dealer filled the swirl marks with a glaze and put a coat of wax on top. A temp repair that is very common with used car dealers. You can polish them out or cover them up, your choice.....
07-15-2008, 12:50 PM
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I would like to polish them out.
So would this work? Start with NXT and then use ICE over that for a quick easy maintenance that gives a good shine?
Do I need to start from the beginning with a dawn wash, clay, etc.?
So would this work? Start with NXT and then use ICE over that for a quick easy maintenance that gives a good shine?
Do I need to start from the beginning with a dawn wash, clay, etc.?
07-15-2008, 01:58 PM
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If so, what colored pads......?
The dawn is not necessary, any good car wash will do. It's always a good idea to clay before a full polish......
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07-15-2008, 02:03 PM
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That's exactly what I do.
NXT 2.0 once a month and ICE liquid polish after every wash (weekly)
The shine/slickness is amazing.
I would advise a good wash (ICE wash is incredible) and clay (claymagic claybar is the best clay I've used and it can be had locally at autozone
07-15-2008, 06:00 PM
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Look to AIO (All in One) type products for ease of use and best bet using one quick wax. I have a BOGO deal for 360 currently.
http://www.autogeek.net/xmt-360.html
http://www.autogeek.net/xmt-360.html
07-15-2008, 06:26 PM
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Zaino makes a terrific all in one product for the daily driver. I have a black vette myself and it'll do the job for you. The only other product I would suggest for you is Z8, the grand finale spray, use that to top the all in one product for some extra pop.
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07-15-2008, 06:53 PM
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I would just like to point out that none of the products people have suggested will polish out the swirl marks you have. These products are waxes and sealants. The NXT, Ice, and Zaino products will not remove your swirl marks. The Zaino Z5 will (VERY slightly) fill them in. However, if you want to actually polish the swirls out you will probably need the ZPC by Zaino or SIP by Menzerna. Good luck!
07-15-2008, 10:21 PM
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So what are the steps I need to do?
wash
clay bar
wash
swirl remover
polish/sealant
wax
Is this the correct order?
wash
clay bar
wash
swirl remover
polish/sealant
wax
Is this the correct order?
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07-16-2008, 08:35 PM
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To remove the swirl marks it going to require dedicated paint removal. You have to remove all the paint above the bottom most part of the scratches/swirl marks.
You will need a machine polisher and a lot of time to re-level the paint. After you get it perfect (or better) you can worry about what wax or sealant to use.
You will need a machine polisher and a lot of time to re-level the paint. After you get it perfect (or better) you can worry about what wax or sealant to use.
07-17-2008, 12:27 AM
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To remove the swirl marks it going to require dedicated paint removal. You have to remove all the paint above the bottom most part of the scratches/swirl marks.
You will need a machine polisher and a lot of time to re-level the paint. After you get it perfect (or better) you can worry about what wax or sealant to use.
You will need a machine polisher and a lot of time to re-level the paint. After you get it perfect (or better) you can worry about what wax or sealant to use.
And if your BMW is Jet Black, the paint is a whole lot softer than a Corvette and gets marred easily. Just ask me how I know. 
